GoPro HERO13 Black - Waterproof Action Camera with 5.3K60 Video, 27MP Photo + Compatability with HB-Series Lenses vs GoPro MAX — Waterproof 360 + Traditional Action Camera with Touch Screen Spherical 5.6K30 HD Video 16.6MP 360 Photos 1080p Live Streaming Stabilization
Side-by-side comparison based on Reddit community data

#5 in Action Cameras
GoPro
GoPro HERO13 Black - Waterproof Action Camera with 5.3K60 Video, 27MP Photo + Compatability with HB-Series Lenses
$379.00
100/100Excellent
100% positive0% neutral0% negative
Pros
- +Has gps
- +Has dlog profile
- +Significant improvement over older models (3+, 7)
- +Reliable hardware
- +Affordable (under $300)
Cons
- -Overheating issues (at 1080p 60fps)
- -Poor single image quality
- -Often more expensive than dji equivalent
- -Poor software support (quik app issues)
“Get the GoPro Hero 13 as it's going to give you the best picture straight out of the camera at the highest resolution. Keep it simple: GoPro 13, a couple of battery’s, dual charger, and a selfie stick”

#10 in Action Cameras
GoPro
GoPro MAX — Waterproof 360 + Traditional Action Camera with Touch Screen Spherical 5.6K30 HD Video 16.6MP 360 Photos 1080p Live Streaming Stabilization
$344.99
100/100Excellent
100% positive0% neutral0% negative
Pros
- +Better tool (implied versatility)
- +360 reframing capability
Cons
- -Reframing requires effort/workflow adjustment
“Don't have a Max yet, but will install the plugin in anticipation of what's to come!”